Thessaloniki, Greece
Inspiring sustainable food choices
Inspiring sustainable food choices
Renowned for its rich multicultural cuisine, Thessaloniki was the first Greek city named a UNESCO City of Gastronomy.
To turn this vibrant food culture into a driver of sustainability and social inclusion, Thessaloniki supports food education and mentoring programs that help immigrants connect and belong.
With fresh food grown in nearby rural areas and urban farms like Biokofinaki, the city celebrates its diverse culinary heritage and strong community spirit.
What needs to change?
What needs to change?
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Increasing consumption of processed food.
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Rising prices caused by climate change.
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Unequal access to nutritious food.
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Excessive food waste.
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Limited consumer understanding of sustainable diets.
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Pressure on small-scale farmers due to market dynamics.
Our approach
Our approach
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Understanding circular economy principles and testing their application in neighborhoods.
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Testing hypotheses through practical applications.
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Community building as a tool and goal for circular economy transition.
Local contacts
Pilot coordinators
Sophie Sarri (INCOMMON)
sophie@incommon.gr
Maria Paschoula (INCOMMON)
maria.p@incommon.gr
